Franchise Stories

Where Thune Next? Always On the Move, Always Together

Tony and Debra Thune like to say they met in jail on the right side of the bars. After retiring from law enforcement, they discovered Cruise Planners at Cruise 360 in 2019 and bought their franchise on the spot.

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Beyond Any Host: Choosing Support, Systems, and Success

Rebecca Henry calls joining Cruise Planners the best decision of her life. What began as a leap of faith has grown into a thriving storefront, over 3,000 loyal clients, and a career that brings her joy.

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Making the Right Investment: Choosing Flexibility, Family, and Freedom

Victor and Sasha Espada wanted a home-based business. Choosing Cruise Planners gave them flexibility, family time, and a fulfilling career creating unforgettable travel experiences.

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From Desk Job to Dream Job: Ariel's Success Story

Ariel Chavez was an engineer with a dream of traveling the world and finding more meaning in his career. What began as a two-year sabbatical turned into a life-changing opportunity when he discovered Cruise Planners.

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Turning a Love of Travel into a Luxury Business

Chantal built a thriving, high-end travel business after years at sea. With Cruise Planners’ support and tools, she transformed her cruise ship experience into a successful career creating unforgettable journeys for her clients.

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From Teacher to Travel Pro: A Business Built on Heart

Phyllis left teaching to care for family—then found purpose and success with Cruise Planners, building a thriving, family-run travel business rooted in passion and connection.

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Making a Travel Business Work Alongside a 9-to-5

Danielle balances her career and a growing travel business, thanks to Cruise Planners’ flexible model and reliable support—giving her the freedom to succeed on a schedule that fits her life.

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From Corporate to Cruise: The Inspiring Journey of Debra McGregor

8 years ago, Debra McGregor left corporate America to transform her passion for travel into success as a Travel Advisor.

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Limitless Potential: The Roethers' Cruise Planners Journey

Meet Scott and Robin Roether, a Tampa-based couple running a Cruise Planners franchise. Discover their journey from diverse careers to thriving franchise owners, leveraging the limitless potential of Cruise Planners.

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Randy & Kelly Hobday-encore career

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Coming Over To Cruise Planners, Why Now?

We all have our motivations for change. For some its a matter of circumstance, for others its a desire for more. Watch what 3 Travel Advisors had to say about their recent decisions to join Cruise Planners.

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Building Community Through Travel

Mary May started the Bing Travel Club in her small town of Binghamton, NY as a way to promote her travel business. She never could have imagined how it would bring so many people together and have a lasting impact on the community.

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